Located just across the street from the Comic Strip Museum in the city center, Art Base organizes exhibitions for all mediums of art - photography, painting, sculpture and installation. In addition to the art shows and openings, they also make space available to musicians for small concerts. There is always something going on here to check up on.
Art collector and maecenas Henri Van Cutsem lived in this mansion, designed for him in 1890 by Victor Horta. When he died in 1904, sculptor Guillaume Charlier, whose work he had greatly admired, inherited the house. Charliermuseum opened in 1928 and offers an impressive collection of late 19th-century Belgian art. In the salons you'll find a wonderful collection of Louis XV and Louis XVI furniture and old tapestries.
How about a school where music and theatre are the only two subjects you have to learn? That's what the Royal Academy of Brussels is about. Students learn the nuances of the art to perfection here, while also getting an exposure to high classical music through a season of regular performances and concerts. But wait: this is not just a schooling ground for wannabe Mozarts. Tourists and those interested in the arts can look up the web site to get regular updates on some top-notch orchestral, theatrical and chamber performances, many of which have no entrance fee. Come one, come all to this architectural wonder and let the music take you away!
This wonderful museum is for children aged four to twelve and is a must for every parent. The museum's exhibits help them discover their feelings, talents and senses. Professional performers welcome and guide you through the discovery rooms. These tours last two hours and can be enjoyed by both young and old alike. They are organized around themes derived from everyday life and are constantly transforming throughout the year. Visit their website for varying dates and more details.
Maison du Spectacle--La Bellone contains one of the most impressive Baroque facades in Brussels, built between 1697-1708 by the sculptor and architect of the Grand Place (Main Market Square), Jean Cosijn. The bust above the main door represents La Bellone, the God of War. The house is an information and support center for different cultural organizations like Association de la Promotion de Spectacles pour Enfants, Center Belge de l'instituit International de Théâtre, Maison de la Parole, Contredanse and many more. Besides the facade, you can also admire a few sculptures by Francis Andre and Herman Closson.